I have said it many times before, but we really are lucky to live where we do. We have beaches, woodlands and open countryside right on our doorstep as well as lots of tourist hotspots and places of interest. One of those is Wellington Monument, and although it is only…

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We like to get out and about as much as possible – but that doesn’t have to mean expensive days out or long car journeys. Our kids love a kick about in the park just as much! Don’t be put off if the weather isn’t perfect either. Last Saturday was…

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The beach isn’t just for the summer. In fact, I almost prefer it in the winter, when it is empty except for the surfers and a few families, when there are heaps of new rock pools to explore, when the children can run undisturbed for miles. That’s just what we…

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With Kevin away all week, and the weather being pretty dismal on the 5th November, we had a belated Bonfire Night celebration tonight instead. We suited and booted the kids and went into the garden with a pack of sparklers, some wood to burn and a pack of marshmallows. Max…

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This weekend we were all in need of a bit of fresh air, so we grabbed the nets and headed to the river to see what we could catch. There is something so peaceful about the water, the kids love every second of it, and we might all get wet,…

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